City officials plan to speed up the licensing of contractors so that home-owners can get storm damage repaired.

Mayor Bloomberg and Consumer Affairs Commissioner Jonathan Mintz announced yesterday that they will expedite fingerprinting and licensing. They said the goal is for applicants to be approved within two days.

The Department of Consumer Affairs is also warning New Yorkers to stay away from scammers who may prey on people affected by Superstorm Sandy.

Anyone performing home-improvement work in New York City that costs more than $200 must be licensed by the department.

Homeowners also are advised to use written estimates and contracts and not to pay the full price up front.